. 2012, 43(S1): 3-0.
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ABSTRACT: Because of the excellent mechanical properties and biocompatibility, polyurethanes (PUs) have been widely used in biomedical filed, such as artificial organs, drug release carriers, and vascular grafts. Specifically, their in vivo inflammation, repeatedly thrombogenicity and chronic intimal hyperplasia hindered the success of PU vascular grafts. Therefore, the biocompatibility, haemocompatibility, and cells compatibility of PUs should be improved. In this article, the main methods to improve the in vivo performances of PU vascular grafts are reviewed, including bulk modification, surface polymer grafting, plasma treatment, surface coating, and so on.